You can ask for or buy a specific number
Phone numbers
We manage Australia's phone number system. We give phone numbers to telcos which then give numbers to their customers.
As a customer, there are ways you can manage your number.
Telcos must follow the phone number rules.
What can we help you with?
Telcos are responsible for keeping your phone number private
Taking your phone number to another telco is called ‘porting’
You can ask your telco to reissue your number
Calling Line Identification and what to do if your number is spoofed.
A custom phone number can make it easier for people to remember your business
There are steps you can take if you think someone stole your number
Telstra maintains a secure database of all listed and unlisted public telephone numbers
